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A street crowded with people in a Japanese town
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A street crowded with people in a Japanese town
A street crowded with people in a Japanese town Japan. Date of Photograph:1890-1900 ca
Unidentified Author
AVQ-A-000100-0371
Media ID 33295069
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Asiatic Populations Business Sign Japonese Rickshaw Tradional By Land Ethnography And Folklore On The Road Population And Nationality
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Captivating Snapshot of Bustling Life in a Japanese Town, Circa 1890-1900
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. This mesmerizing photo print, titled "AVQ-A-000100-0371" captures the essence of a vibrant street scene in a bustling Japanese town. Taken by an unidentified author during the late 19th or early 20th century, this image offers us a captivating glimpse into the daily life and rich cultural tapestry of Japan's urban landscape. The photograph depicts a crowded avenue teeming with people going about their daily activities. The streets are alive with energy as individuals clad in traditional attire traverse through the busy thoroughfare. Their clothing showcases intricate details and reflects the fashion trends prevalent during that era, providing valuable insights into historical costume and style. Amidst this lively setting, various architectural structures line both sides of the road, showcasing unique examples of Japanese housing and urban design. A business sign prominently displayed adds to the visual narrative by hinting at flourishing commerce within this vibrant community. Transportation plays a significant role in shaping this snapshot as well. Rickshaws can be seen maneuvering through the crowd, serving as an essential method for land-based travel during that time period. This scene not only highlights transportation practices but also sheds light on how people moved around their cityscape. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this print holds immense anthropological value by capturing glimpses of Asiatic populations residing within Japan at that time. It serves as an invaluable resource for researchers interested in studying population dynamics and nationalities prevalent during this period. Preserved by Alinari - renowned custodians of historical imagery - this evocative photograph allows us to step back in time and immerse ourselves in the sights and sounds of everyday life from over a century ago.
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